News

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Media Releases

| Atlantic Veterinary College

On Wednesday, October 4, 2023, the Atlantic Veterinary College (AVC) at the University of Prince Edward Island shone a spotlight on academic excellence and community impact during its annual Fall Awards and Recognition Night, held in The McCain Foundation Learning Commons.

| Community

Read the message that was also issued to students, staff, and faculty on behalf of the UPEI Health and Wellness Centre and UPEI Health, Safety, and Environment in advance of several mass flu and COVID-19 vaccine clinics being held on campus.

 

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Residents of Georgetown, PEI, and other stakeholders are invited to participate in a community engagement event about the Georgetown net zero project on Wednesday, October 18, from 6:00 to 8:00 pm at the Georgetown Elementary School. 

| Department Updates

October is Cyber Security Awareness Month, and with that in mind, ITSS would like to remind you to “protect while you connect.”

| University

It is with great sadness that I have to inform you of the passing of Dr. Carlo Lavoie, former chair of the Department of Modern Languages, Faculty of Arts on October 11, 2023, after a long illness.

| University

Interim President Keefe shared his gratitude and updated the campus community in this Thanksgiving week message.

| People

The Government of PEI announced five individuals, selected through the Engage PEI process, who will be joining the UPEI Board of Governors for a three-year term.

| University

Dr. Dominique Griffon has been appointed dean of the Faculty of Veterinary Medicine at the University of Prince Edward Island for a five-year term, effective January 1, 2024.  

| Athletics

The UPEI Panther hockey, rugby, and soccer teams are looking forward to a full week of events at home and away.

| Athletics

Every week, UPEI Athletics and Recreation recognizes two student-athletes for their achievements and contributions to their respective sports. The UPEI Panther Athletes of the Week for October 2–8 are Emily Duffy (women’s rugby) and Joe Ranger (men’s hockey).